Belden Fields

Belden: you charmer, you possessor of the full body chuckle, I will miss you. Such a gentle man, you brought clarity and insight to every occasion. We, who were graced by your presence in our lives, now feel a void but you lit a fire in our hearts to be our better selves. Thank you.

I had the good fortune to know Belden for some 40-odd years as a professor, comrade, and friend. I first met him as an undergraduate in one of his classes, where he was constantly challenging students to refine their perspectives with his teaching style. I later really came to know him while working with PACA, where his leadership and insightfulness were critical to the success of the organization. Even after leaving CU, whenever I returned for a visit he was always generous with his time,...

Belden Fields to me represented those Better Angels that we all seek. From an early age, he made his mark in the difficult subject of civil/human rights. Belden was my cousin-in-law and I loved him dearly. He was the finest man I have ever known and it was a privilege to have been in his very large circle of friends. For information about Belden's life, please see his obituary.

Condolences to Belden's family and friends. Belden lived a full and blessed life. May he rest in peace.

Belden was a real Champion for Peace, Justice, and Human Rights on this Campus and abroad. I mourn his passing. Professor Francis A. Boyle

Belden was a wonderful friend. I am fortunate to have known him for over 50 years. He worked tirelessly for social justice, and was a model citizen. I will miss him greatly. He is a great loss to the community. Wally